The Vailan or annular theory: A synopsis of Prof. I. N. Vail's argument in support of the claim that this Earth once possessed a Saturn-like system of rings

by Stephen Bowers

SUMMARY.

The Vailan Theory is proved,

1. By mathematical reasoning and philosophic necessity.

2. By the mineral character and philosophical deposition of strata.

3. By analagous facts relating to other worlds, belted and ringed under the reign of law.

4. By the action of the moon.

5. By the records of man whose ancient writings declare, and re-declare, again and again, the truth of this claim. The first eight chapters of Genesis alone afford proof sufficient if all else failed.

6. The waters on the earth themselves declare the fact.